Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: January 1, 2025 | Last Updated: July 3, 2025

Table of Contents

  • 1. Acceptance of Terms
  • 2. Services Description
  • 3. Account Registration
  • 4. Payment Terms
  • 5. Service Level Agreement
  • 6. Intellectual Property
  • 7. Termination
  • 8. Limitation of Liability
  • 9. Warranties
  • 10. Privacy & Data Protection
  • 11. Technical Support
  • 12. Governing Law
  • 13. Amendments
  • 14. Contact Us
  • 15. Frequently Asked Questions

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing, browsing, or using the services provided by Champs Group (Pty) Ltd ("we," "our," or "us"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to all of these terms, you must immediately cease using our services.

Binding Agreement: These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Champs Group. By using our services, you represent that you are at least 18 years old and have the legal capacity to enter into this agreement.

2. Comprehensive Services Description

Champs Group provides a comprehensive suite of business technology solutions throughout South Africa. Our services include but are not limited to:

Service Category Description Coverage
VoIP & Unified Communications Cloud-based phone systems, video conferencing, team collaboration tools Nationwide
Managed IT Services 24/7 IT support, network management, system monitoring Western Cape, Gauteng, KZN
Cybersecurity Solutions Endpoint protection, firewall management, threat detection, security audits Nationwide
Enterprise Networking WAN/LAN solutions, SD-WAN, wireless networking, network optimization Nationwide
High-Speed Broadband Fiber, LTE, and wireless broadband solutions for business Major urban centers
Cloud Solutions IaaS, SaaS, cloud migration, hybrid cloud solutions Nationwide

Specific service details, including scope, limitations, and service level agreements, will be outlined in individual service agreements provided to customers.

3. Account Registration & Security

To access certain services, you may be required to create an account. You agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information during registration
  • Maintain and promptly update your information to keep it accurate, current, and complete
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Accept responsibility for all activities that occur under your account

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove content at our sole discretion.

4. Comprehensive Payment Terms

All services are subject to the following payment terms:

  • Billing Cycle: Services are billed monthly or annually in advance, as specified in your service agreement
  • Payment Due Date: Payment is due upon receipt of invoice
  • Late Payments: Accounts not paid by the due date may be subject to:
    • A late payment fee of 1.5% per month (18% per annum)
    • Suspension of services after 15 days
    • Termination of services after 30 days
  • Price Changes: Prices are subject to change with 30 days' written notice to existing customers
  • Taxes: All prices exclude VAT which will be added at the applicable rate
  • Payment Methods: We accept EFT, credit card, and debit order payments

5. Service Level Agreements (SLAs)

Specific SLAs will be provided for each service category. Key elements include:

  • Uptime Guarantee: 99.9% network uptime for critical services
  • Response Times: Guaranteed response times for support requests based on severity levels
  • Resolution Times: Target resolution times for different issue types
  • Service Credits: In the event of service downtime beyond agreed thresholds, credits may be applied as specified in the relevant SLA

Full SLA documentation is available upon request and will be included in your service agreement.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content included in our services or on our website, such as text, graphics, logos, images, software, and documentation, is the property of Champs Group or its licensors and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

License Grant: We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use our services for your internal business purposes only. This license does not include any rights to resell, distribute, or modify our services.

You retain ownership of any content you upload or create using our services, but grant us a worldwide license to use, host, and process such content as necessary to provide the services.

7. Termination Policy

Either party may terminate services as follows:

By Customer

  • Provide 30 days' written notice
  • Pay all outstanding fees up to the termination date
  • Return any company-owned equipment

By Champs Group

  • Immediate termination for:
    • Material breach of these terms
    • Non-payment of fees
    • Illegal or fraudulent activity
  • 30 days' notice for other reasons

Upon termination, all outstanding fees become immediately due and payable. We will provide reasonable assistance with data migration for 30 days post-termination.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by South African law:

  • Champs Group shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Our total liability for any claims related to these terms or our services shall not exceed the fees paid by you for the services in the 12 months preceding the claim
  • We are not liable for any damages resulting from:
    • Force majeure events
    • Unauthorized access to your data or systems
    • Your failure to implement recommended security measures
    • Third-party services or products

These limitations do not apply to liability for personal injury or death caused by negligence, or for fraudulent misrepresentation.

9. Warranties

We warrant that our services will be provided with reasonable skill and care. However:

  • We do not warrant that the services will be uninterrupted, error-free, or completely secure
  • We disclaim all other warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose
  • Third-party services and hardware are provided "as is" without warranty from us

Any claims under these warranties must be made within 30 days of the event giving rise to the claim.

10. Privacy & Data Protection

We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information in accordance with:

  • South Africa's Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
  • Our comprehensive Privacy Policy
  • Industry best practices

By using our services, you consent to our collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or destruction.

Data Processing: When processing personal data on your behalf, we act as a Processor under POPIA. We will only process such data according to your documented instructions.

11. Technical Support

Our technical support services include:

  • Support Hours: 24/7 for critical issues, business hours for standard requests
  • Support Channels: Phone, email, and online ticketing system
  • Response Times: Vary based on service agreement and issue severity
  • Remote Support: Available for most issues with your consent
  • On-site Support: Available for issues that cannot be resolved remotely

Support requests should be submitted through our designated channels for proper tracking and resolution.

12. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising from these Terms will be resolved as follows:

  1. Informal negotiation between the parties (30 days)
  2. Mediation with a mutually agreed mediator
  3. Binding arbitration in Cape Town under AFSA rules
  4. Litigation in the courts of South Africa as a last resort

The prevailing party in any dispute shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys' fees and costs.

13. Amendments to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective:

  • Immediately for new customers
  • After 30 days' notice for existing customers

We will notify you of material changes via email or through our service portal. Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

14. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us:

Champs Group (Pty) Ltd

Email: legal@champsafrica.com

Phone: 021 879 3035

Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Monday-Friday)

Postal Address: Van Riebeeck Rd, Kuilsriver, Cape Town, 8000, South Africa

Contact Our Legal Team

15. Frequently Asked Questions

Can I transfer my service to another business? +

Yes, service transfers are possible with our approval. The new business must qualify for our services and agree to our Terms and Conditions. A transfer fee may apply.

What happens if I need to cancel before my contract ends? +

Early termination may be subject to an early termination fee equal to 50% of the remaining contract value. Certain services may have different cancellation terms as specified in your service agreement.

How are price increases handled? +

We provide 30 days' written notice of any price increases. For fixed-term contracts, prices are guaranteed for the contract duration unless otherwise specified.

Are there any usage limits on your services? +

Some services have reasonable usage policies to ensure fair access for all customers. Specific limits will be detailed in your service agreement.

How do I request technical support? +

Support requests should be submitted through our customer portal, by email to support@champsafrica.com, or by calling our support hotline at 021 879 3035.

What is your policy on service outages? +

We provide service credits for qualifying outages as specified in your SLA. Our network operations center monitors services 24/7 and works to resolve issues promptly.

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